Primordial Era: A God-Level Choice, Possessing Zhao Gongming at the Start.

Chapter 482 The First Difficulty of the Journey West: The Mountain Guardian

After saying that, Jiang Liuer did not hesitate for a moment, drank it all in one gulp, and then smashed the wine cup in his hand on the ground.

Jiang Liuer turned around without hesitation and mounted the magnificent steed that Li Shimin had prepared for him long ago.

Originally, Li Shimin was worried about Jiang Liuer's safety and specially arranged for a group of people to escort him, but Jiang Liuer refused in the end.

The journey to the west was an exceptionally cruel one; he should have walked it alone, why drag other innocent people into it?

Jiang Liuer slapped the horse's rump, and the horse let out a long neigh. It transformed into a white phantom and galloped away towards the outskirts of Chang'an City. In just a dozen breaths, it disappeared from sight.

Looking at Jiang Liuer's almost invisible figure, Li Shimin slowly made up his mind: he would wait in Chang'an, and one day he would be able to meet him.

As Jiang Liuer began his westward journey, the already pervasive calamity energy in the world suddenly escalated to a new level!

In the West, at the Great Thunderclap Temple, in the main hall of the temple, Guanyin and the other two clenched their fists, their faces flashing with excitement. "Our West is finally about to prosper!"

In the Thirty-Three Heavens, the Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss, even Zhunti and Jieyin could not hide their pride and revealed smiles!

Although the journey to the West was initially fraught with difficulties, through the efforts of the Buddhist community, it was eventually brought back to the right path step by step.

With all the kalpas now in their rightful places, the successful westward journey is just around the corner!

In the Thirty-Three Heavens, in the Great Crimson Heaven, in the Tushita Palace, the Supreme Sage gazed at the Blissful World with incredibly deep eyes, as if countless worlds were evolving and colliding within them.

After a long while, Taiqing shook his head and withdrew his gaze!

Once the great calamity begins, it becomes unpredictable and elusive. This is the evolution of the great trend of Heaven, and also a game between sages. No one can predict the final outcome.

In the Thirty-Three Heavens, at the Jade Void Palace, Yuanshi sat atop a cloud, his face stern. "Since joining the Western Paradise, you've worked diligently. Excellent, truly excellent!"

The murderous intent in Yuanshi's heart reached its peak, and he was no longer so concerned about the Great Calamity.

After all, to some extent, the Chan Sect did not participate in this great calamity.

In the Thirty-Three Heavens, within the Biyou Palace, two towering figures stood amidst the boundless chaos. The light of the Great Dao flickered on their bodies, while chaotic energy, like stars surrounding the moon, encircled them, supporting a realm of heaven and earth!

"The great calamity has finally begun. How are your preparations going?"

The Tongtian Sect Leader asked casually.

"Teacher, please rest assured, we will definitely give Buddhism a pleasant surprise."

Zhao Gongming replied with a smile.

The Tongtian Sect Leader nodded. "Even if the odds of victory are high, we still cannot be careless."

"Yes, teacher."

In the Immortal Realm, among the Four Continents, Sun Wukong once wreaked havoc in the Heavenly Palace. He fought against the Thirty-Three Heavens single-handedly, and even the three Buddha Venerables of Buddhism were no match for him. In the end, it was the Saint of the Intercepting Sect who intervened and suppressed him under the Five Finger Mountain with a mere flick of his wrist.

The Five Finger Mountain was located in the Xiding Kingdom. Later, when the Tang Dynasty conquered the Xiding Kingdom, the Five Finger Mountain was renamed Liangjie Mountain.

Over the years, Wuzhishan has become even more beautiful and picturesque, with its winding mountain range forming a small ecosystem!

Birds, beasts, fish, and insects thrive on it, and countless plants take root on it, making it ever more lush and verdant. From a great distance, one can feel the amazing spiritual energy emanating from Wuzhi Mountain!

Jiang Liuer rode his tall horse westward, not in a hurry, stopping and starting along the way. It took about a month and a half before he finally arrived at the foot of Liangjie Mountain.

Riding a large horse through remote mountain forests, Jiang Liuer showed no fear whatsoever, but rather appeared quite relaxed and at ease.

On the Two Realms Mountain, the Five Directions Protectors stood on a cloud, intently observing what lay below.

"How's the preparation going?"

The Golden-Headed Immortal asked a question.

The silver-headed Jiedi patted his chest, "Everything is ready, just wait and see."

The Golden-Headed Jiedi nodded, his eyes piercing through the layers of void and landing on Jiang Liuer.

Jiang Liuer was strolling leisurely through the mountains and forests when suddenly, from the depths of the forest, the roar of a fierce tiger rang out, terrifying all the beasts!

The once bustling forest suddenly became so quiet you could hear a pin drop!

Then, a fierce tiger with piercing eyes, a white forehead, and a body covered in patterns slowly emerged from the forest. Before the tiger's body had fully appeared, a foul stench already wafted towards us.

The tiger revealed its full form, measuring four or five meters in length. Its rock-like muscles contained explosive power. Its greedy and domineering eyes swept around before finally landing on Jiang Liuer.

"That's interesting!"

Before Jiang Liuer could react, the white horse beneath him was already trembling.

"Don't be afraid!"

Jiang Liuer dismounted, gently calmed the white horse, and then tied the reins to a tree.

Then, he stared at the tiger with great interest, a slight smile playing on his lips. "I'm in luck today; I'll get to eat roasted tiger meat."

The tiger seemed to be enraged by Jiang Liuer's contemptuous expression. It roared and pounced on Jiang Liuer.

Jiang Liuer stood still, his expression calm and composed. Just then, a long spear came flying through the air, carrying immense power. It pierced the tiger through the heart and then, without slowing down, pinned the tiger to the ground.

"Elder, are you alright?"

A rough voice came, carrying the unique tone of a mountain person, and fell into Jiang Liuer's ears.

Jiang Liuer looked over and saw a burly man, nine feet tall and as strong as a black bear, emerge from the forest, carrying a hard bow in his hand and a quiver on his shoulder.

The burly man approached the tiger, pulled the spear from its body, and grinned at Jiang Liuer, "Elder, don't be afraid. I'm not a bad person. I'm a hunter from these mountains named Liu Boqin, nicknamed the Mountain Guardian."

"We ran out of food at home, so I went hunting today. I didn't expect to encounter this vicious tiger that wanted to harm people, so I stepped in to help. I hope I didn't offend the elders?"

Jiang Liuer cupped his hands in thanks. "Many thanks to the Guardian of the Mountain for saving me. I am Jiang Liuer, and I come from Chang'an of the Great Tang Dynasty. I am on my way to the Western Paradise to worship Buddha and seek scriptures."

"what?"

Liu Boqin was greatly surprised. "So you are an elder from the Great Tang Dynasty in the East. I am so sorry for my rudeness."

As Liu Boqin spoke, he suddenly became hesitant, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped.

Jiang Liuer laughed and said, "Say whatever you want to say, brave warrior."

Liu Boqin then said embarrassedly, "Last night, my father appeared in my dream and said that an elder, a highly respected monk, would come today. Tomorrow is the anniversary of my father's death, and he wants the monk to perform a ritual for him."

After Liu Boqin finished speaking, he quickly added, "Of course, I will absolutely not allow the elder to perform the ritual for free. I have many tiger skins and tiger bones at home."

Jiang Liuer laughed, "You saved my life, how could I refuse such a small request? Please lead the way, brave warrior."

My father's death anniversary is tomorrow.

Liu Boqin scratched his head.

Jiang Liuer said helplessly, "I know it's tomorrow. Does the brave warrior intend for me to spend the night in these mountains?"

Liu Boqin immediately exclaimed with delight, "Good, good, Elder, come with me, I'll lead your horse."

Liu Boqin led the way, holding the white horse, with Jiang Liuer following closely behind. Before long, they arrived at Liu Boqin's home.

(End of this chapter)